Wednesday, January 11, 2017

Summer is at its peak and it’s time to get up and go! Whether it’s for a few weeks or just a weekend away, there are plenty of hidden gems to explore within Australia. To make things easier, Discovery Parks has unveiled five of their favourite holiday destinations for this summer. From family-friendly waterparks to richly historical wonderlands – Discovery Parks has locations for every traveller to enjoy!

Hervey Bay, QLD

Experience the majesty of the ocean and settle for a night in Hervey Bay. This Queensland coastal city is famous for a unique visitor: the humpback whale. Start your day with a view of the whales, spend your afternoon snorkelling in the blue waters, and end your evening with a stroll along the Esplanade.

Situated in north east Adelaide, Barossa Valley is a region full of culture and fun. Celebrating all things summer, from beautiful fresh produce to music festivals, it’s no surprise Barossa Valley is one of South Australia’s most visited tourist destination. As a renowned winery region, there are a multitude of tours and tastings on offer – perfect for wine loving visitors.

Not just for wine enthusiastic travellers, families can look forward to a brand new waterpark opening this summer! For kids of all ages, the massive new waterpark with a 500sqm footprint will be one of Australia’s biggest caravan park waterparks. To ensure maximum efficiency of resources, the park has been designed with zero depth splash pads, allowing minimal opportunity for water evaporation and water will be cycled back into a balance tank where it will be treated and reused. For those interested in exploring the beautiful plains and hills of South Australia, Discovery Parks – Barossa Valley is located a few minutes from the centre of Tanuda, a great place to begin your tour.

Albury-Wodonga, VIC

For Victorians, Albury-Wodonga is a perfect destination for a weekend away. Just over three hours from Melbourne, visitors will find a diverse range of activities available in the Albury-Wodonga region. Travellers can visit Glenrowan to relive Ned Kelly’s last stand, hire a boat to explore Lake Hume, or enjoy the unique culinary experiences offered at the Rutherglen Wine Region.

Travellers will love the resort style accommodation offered at Discovery Parks – Lake Hume. Parents can unwind while kids enjoy the many on-site facilities available – which include a pool, tennis court, games room, and movie room. Guests can also explore some of Victoria’s local history by visiting Beechworth, one of northeast Victoria’s preserved gold rush towns. If travelling further out, visitors will reach Corryong – an excellent destination for aspiring county singers and country music lovers. Corryong is home to the inspiration for Banjo Patterson’s famous poem ‘The Man From Snowy River’.

Murray, NSW

Along the winding Murray River, visitors will find themselves in the Echuca Moama region – a popular destination for water activities – including the famous paddle steamer, water skiing or explore the river under your own steam. Australia’s oldest and largest inland port has been beautifully restored with an abundance of locations to discover, from the National Holden Motor Museum to the Port of Echuca Discovery Centre.

Guests can relax in the excellent caravan and cabin accommodation available at Discovery Parks – Maidens Inn, Moama and look forward to the splashtacular new waterpark opening this summer. Adventure seeking visitors can book water ski, wakeboarding or barefooting lessons with the iWaterski team, available at the park. Families can also keep cool at the waterpark or travel 10 minutes into town to explore the secluded areas of the river on paddle steamer cruises.

Woodman Point, WA

Only minutes away from Fremantle, Woodman Point has a range of delightful attractions for guests to experience. Get a nostalgic glimpse of “Freo’s” history by touring the Martitime Museum, Fremantle Prison, and Western Australia’s oldest public building, the Roundhouse.

There are a range of options to suit everyone’s individual needs at Discovery Parks – Woodman Point, from deluxe cabins to studio rooms, as well as powered and unpowered camping sites. Visitors can stroll along the streets to see beautiful Georgian and Victorian-era architecture, while also making sure to stop by the famous Fremantle markets. For all of the foodies out there, the fish and chips at Fishing Boat Harbour are a must-try!